It features a persistent open world environment for free-roaming across a scaled-down recreation of the contiguous United States.

The game allows players to control a variety of vehicles including cars, motorcycles, boats, and airplanes.

In the game, players assume control of a racer who is trying to work their way to become successful in multiple vehicular racing disciplines.

[2] It features a persistent open world environment for racing and free-roaming across a scaled-down recreation of the contiguous United States.

[3] In addition to cars, players can control other kinds of vehicles, including airplanes, motorcycles, and powerboats.

Similar to the first game, it places an emphasis on playing multiplayer in groups called crews.

According to the game's producer, Stephane Jankowski, these new types of vehicles allow players to explore the open world with new perspectives.

Furthermore, all returning players from The Crew automatically received the 2014 Ferrari 458 Speciale upon the game's release.

[13] Also, the publisher announced the touring car version of the 2017 Mercedes-AMG C 63 and the 2017 Harley-Davidson Iron 883 as pre-order bonuses, whereas players ordering the Deluxe or Gold edition receive further vehicles, with the Gold edition also including the season pass.

Those who participated in the open beta received a gold helmet in the full version of the game.